Sandeep Yayathi
National Aeronautics and Space Administration, Johnson Space Center
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About
Sandeep Yayathi’s research bridges the critical intersection of energy storage and humanoid robotics for extreme environments. His work is defined by two major contributions: advancing lithium-ion battery safety and performance for space applications, and enabling dexterous robotic operations aboard the International Space Station (ISS). His most cited paper (29 citations) provides a foundational thermo-electrochemical evaluation of lithium-ion batteries, directly addressing the unique thermal and safety challenges of powering spacecraft and satellites. This work is essential for engineers designing reliable energy systems for long-duration missions. In parallel, Yayathi played a key role in the development and deployment of Robonaut 2 (R2), NASA’s first dexterous humanoid robot in space. His co-authored paper (23 citations) documents R2’s groundbreaking transition from experimental payload to a functional tool for intravehicular activity (IVA) mobility, highlighting successful collaborations between robotics engineers, ground controllers, and ISS crew. By combining rigorous battery analysis with hands-on robotics integration, Yayathi has directly contributed to safer, more capable systems for human and robotic exploration beyond Earth.
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